2016 SHOT Show State of the Industry Address - Steve Sanetti, NSSF President & CEO

Published on January 20, 2016
Duration: 18:05

Steve Sanetti, NSSF President & CEO, delivers the 2016 State of the Industry Address, highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing the firearms industry. He emphasizes the importance of educating the public and policymakers on firearms safety, responsible ownership, and the industry's contributions to public safety, particularly in an election year where Second Amendment rights are under scrutiny.

Quick Summary

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) actively promotes firearms safety through initiatives like Project Child Safe, distributing over 100 million free gun locks and safety education materials. Fatal firearms accidents have decreased significantly, reaching a century-long low, with firearms accounting for less than 1% of all fatal accidents.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction and Thanks
  2. 00:22Steve Sanetti Welcomes Audience
  3. 00:39Appreciation for NSSF Board and Members
  4. 01:09Thanks to NSSF Staff
  5. 01:40Crucial Election Year and Industry Challenges
  6. 01:46Record Firearm Ownership vs. Societal Violence
  7. 02:08Spike in Urban Violence and Fear
  8. 02:15Factors Contributing to Violence
  9. 02:35Industry Under Attack
  10. 03:01Alert: Candidates Attacking the Industry
  11. 03:13Industry's Role in Supplying Nation
  12. 03:31Industry Safety Programs
  13. 03:43Means to Protect Families
  14. 04:00Exploiting Tragedies for Political Ends
  15. 04:13Responding to Falsehoods with Truth
  16. 04:35Addressing False Claims: Gun Safety
  17. 04:51Project Child Safe and Gun Lock Distribution
  18. 05:16Industry's Secure Program
  19. 05:33Gun Control Groups Objecting to Safety Programs
  20. 05:54Facts on Fatal Firearms Accidents
  21. 06:17Criticism for Not Supporting Ineffective Proposals
  22. 06:30Importance of Proper Firearm Security
  23. 06:46Advocating for Common Sense Safety Practices
  24. 06:50Industry Urging Responsible Ownership
  25. 07:16Project Child Safe Safety Message Refused at Airport
  26. 07:28Retailer and Consumer Education Program
  27. 07:47Addressing Mentally Disturbed Individuals Accessing Guns
  28. 07:52Industry's Role in Stopping Unauthorized Purchases
  29. 08:01FIX NICS Program and Background Checks
  30. 08:25More Sellers Need Licensing Argument
  31. 08:30President Clinton's Reduction of FFLs
  32. 08:54Chicago Study on Gang Gun Sources
  33. 09:15Criminals Trading Older Illegal Guns
  34. 09:18Industry Immunity from Liability Claim
  35. 09:27Product Liability Laws for Firearms
  36. 09:36Retailer Penalties for Illegal Sales
  37. 09:47Anti-Gun Mayors' Lawsuits Against Industry
  38. 10:22Gun Control Groups Lumping Suicides into Gun Violence
  39. 10:43Industry's Efforts on Suicide Prevention
  40. 10:54Importance of Secure Firearm Storage
  41. 11:14Industry's Safe and Responsible Use Programs
  42. 11:23NSSF Website Resources
  43. 11:27Refusal to be Slandered
  44. 11:37Not the Enemy: Reversing Acceptance of Firearms Ownership
  45. 11:49Industry's Response and Fight
  46. 11:59Greatest Challenge: The Upcoming Elections
  47. 12:06Election's Impact on Government and Way of Life
  48. 12:24Supreme Court and the Second Amendment
  49. 12:35Potential Supreme Court Vacancies
  50. 12:40Presidential Nominations and Senate Approval
  51. 12:57Impact of Judicial Philosophy on Rights
  52. 13:10Federal Judges and Their Rulings
  53. 13:19Electing a President Who Respects Rights
  54. 13:30Presidential Appointments to Key Agencies
  55. 13:56Impact of Appointed Officials on Businesses
  56. 13:59Congressional Elections
  57. 14:03Elected Judges and Attorneys General
  58. 14:19Local Elected Officials' Influence
  59. 14:39Educating and Voting
  60. 14:52One-on-One Communication
  61. 15:01Responding to Proposed Policies
  62. 15:12Beware of Politician Statements
  63. 15:32Politicians Dropping Pretense
  64. 15:40Making Your Choice Known: Educate and Vote
  65. 15:51State of the Industry: Alert
  66. 16:00Alert to Challenges and Adversaries
  67. 16:13Elections Have Consequences
  68. 16:20Promising World of Law-Abiding Citizens
  69. 16:31Paraphrasing Winston Churchill
  70. 16:36Potential Setbacks and Darkness
  71. 17:00Arduous Road Ahead
  72. 17:03The People Will Prevail
  73. 17:12Future Never Been Brighter
  74. 17:15Shift in Public Opinion
  75. 17:22Eager New Faces in Stores and Ranges
  76. 17:27More Newcomers, Women, Diverse Participants
  77. 17:34Next Generation Carrying on Tradition
  78. 17:41Hallmark of Firearms Industry
  79. 17:49Pride in Membership
  80. 17:51The True Gun Safety Organization
  81. 17:54Thank You

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NSSF's role in promoting firearms safety?

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) actively promotes firearms safety through initiatives like Project Child Safe, which has distributed over 100 million free gun locks and safety education materials nationwide in partnership with law enforcement.

How has the firearms industry addressed the issue of accidental firearm deaths?

Fatal firearms accidents have significantly decreased, dropping 30-31% over the last decade to a century-long low. Firearms now account for less than 1% of all fatal accidents, a trend supported by the industry's long-standing safety programs.

What is the NSSF's stance on responsible firearm ownership?

The NSSF strongly advocates for responsible firearm ownership, with programs like Project Child Safe urging individuals uncomfortable with the responsibilities of owning a firearm not to do so. They also promote secure storage to prevent unauthorized access.

How does the firearms industry work to prevent unauthorized firearm purchases?

The industry actively works with state governments to enhance the effectiveness of background checks. Programs like FIX NICS have helped states comply with laws to make instant retail point-of-sale background checks a more effective tool against unlawful purchases.

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